Eurovision Song Contest – Page 2

With Church Bells and Hashtags, the Netherlands Backs Its Eurovision Act

The details of an incident that led to the singer’s disqualification remain elusive. But many Dutch fans have already made up their minds.

By Claire Moses

European Broadcasting Union Eurovision Song Contest Golan, Eden Israel Malmo (Sweden)

Nemo Wins the Eurovision Song Contest for Switzerland

The nonbinary singer Nemo won the high-camp contest, during a night that included pro-Palestinian demonstrations outside the arena and fireworks onstage.

By Alex Marshall

Demonstrations, Protests and Riots European Broadcasting Union Eurovision Song Contest Israel-Gaza War (2023- ) Malmo (Sweden)

Before the Eurovision Final, a Pro-Palestinian March

For months, activists and some fans of the song contest have demanded Israel be banned from the event, which this year takes place in Malmo, Sweden.

By Alex Marshall

European Broadcasting Union Eurovision Song Contest Klein, Joost Malmo (Sweden) Music Netherlands

Eurovision Disqualifies Dutch Entrant Hours Before Final

The competition’s organizers said that Swedish police were investigating the singer Joost Klein and that it would be inappropriate for him to take part in Saturday’s final.

By Alex Marshall